Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cityscape; Colchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established family-run subcontractor seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Colchester to manage financial aspects of fit-out and drylining projects. This role requires strong negotiation skills and a minimum of 5+ years of experience in Quantity Surveying, particularly with JCT contracts. Join a growing, supportive team with a clear progression path and collaborative environment.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Clear progression path and autonomy

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Proven track record of running multiple packages up to £3m.

Responsibilities

• Full QS duties including valuations, variations, and cost reporting.
• Managing commercial performance on multiple live projects.
• Client liaison and subcontractor negotiation.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Reporting

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveryor

Colchester

£65,000 - £80,000

About The Company

This is a well-established, family-run subcontractor with decades of experience delivering high-quality interior solutions across the commercial fit-out sector. With a strong reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and long-term client relationships, they are continuing to expand and deliver on complex, high-value projects across East Anglia and the South East.

Their success is built on a team-first approach, a commitment to detail, and a genuine passion for delivering best-in-class finishes.

About The Role

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team based out of the Colchester office. You'll be responsible for the financial management of multiple fit-out and drylining packages, ensuring commercial success from pre-construction through to final account.

Key responsibilities include:

Full QS duties including valuations, variations, and cost reporting

Managing commercial performance on multiple live projects

Client liaison and subcontractor negotiation

Supporting junior QS team members and reporting to the Commercial Director

Working closely with delivery teams to maintain margin and mitigate risk

This role would suit someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team with a solid pipeline of work.

Rewards and Benefits

£65,000 - £80,000 salary depending on experience

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunity to work with a reputable, growing business that values its people

Clear progression path and autonomy within your role

Supportive and down-to-earth leadership team

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally within interiors or drylining

Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts

Proven track record of running multiple packages up to £3m

Excellent negotiation, communication, and reporting skills

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the region